Survey: Only Half of Americans Plan To Get Coronavirus Vaccine

Survey: Only Half of Americans Plan To Get Coronavirus Vaccine

Community leaders are hopeful that a COVID-19 vaccine may help facilitate an easier and quicker transition back to normal life. Still, many more wonder about the safety, effectiveness, and impact of a potential immunization. A recent survey reflects that, for most Americans, only about half plan to receive the vaccine, should one become available.

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Study: Wellness Programs Improve Employee’s Health Beliefs, Not Clinical Outcomes

Study: Wellness Programs Improve Employee’s Health Beliefs, Not Clinical Outcomes

Researchers at the University of Illinois conducted a two-year study on the efficacy of workplace wellness programs. Coupled with previous research, their results seem to suggest a less-than-perfect impression of how effective wellness programs can be at reducing costs and providing measurable improvements in workforce wellness. However, it is important to distinguish what is and is not being measured in the studies.

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As Businesses Reopen, Immunity Tests Are Losing Favor

As Businesses Reopen, Immunity Tests Are Losing Favor

As businesses reopen, many are turning to antibody tests in order to determine who is less likely to spread the disease or fall ill. However, most US companies will not be implementing the tests. Instead, they plan to focus on the use of face masks, temperature checks, diagnostic tests, and social distancing.

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Survey: Current Workforce Values Mental Health, Professional Development

Survey: Current Workforce Values Mental Health, Professional Development

EY recently conducted a survey to explore how companies can better retain and recruit talent by anticipating the desires of both the current and upcoming workforce. Results indicate that younger workers prioritize generous health benefits packages over competitive salaries, with a significant percentage specifically favoring mental health and addiction support.

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Most People Are Lonely—And Their Work Life Isn’t Helping

Most People Are Lonely—And Their Work Life Isn’t Helping

With advances in technology, it seems like the world is getting smaller; in spite of this, social relationships are deteriorating. Cigna’s 2020 Loneliness Index reported a 7% increase in loneliness since 2018.

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Survey: Large Employers Are Expanding Paid Leave Benefits

Survey: Large Employers Are Expanding Paid Leave Benefits

Companies are beginning to understand the real value that employee paid time off can have for productivity and talent retention. So much so, they are going beyond what is required by law when it comes to providing paid leave benefits.

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Study: Practicing Mindfulness May Lower Blood Pressure

Study: Practicing Mindfulness May Lower Blood Pressure

Mindfulness practices such as yoga and meditation have surged in popularity, but research of their impact has been lagging. A new study demonstrates the value of mindfulness and as a result, builds a case for companies to include it in their employee wellness programs.

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Survey: Company Culture Varies By Region

Survey: Company Culture Varies By Region

The Harvard Business Review recently conducted an assessment that looked at how corporate cultures differ across the world. With almost half of responses coming from outside of North America, the survey provided an excellent lens with which to examine corporate culture across different regions.

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Solitude, Not Loneliness, Can Promote Creativity, Confidence, and Improve Relationships

Solitude, Not Loneliness, Can Promote Creativity, Confidence, and Improve Relationships

Despite increasing reports of the “loneliness epidemic” over the last few years, some experts advise that intentionally practicing solitude can offer a host of benefits, including promoting creativity, confidence, and improving relationships

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